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"Love is..." is an emotional art hidden object game that features hand-drawn illustrations by global star artist Puuung. As you find hidden objects, the artwork is filled with color, creating over 280 heartfelt watercolor images. The game also includes a heartwarming animation with a love story and high-quality story animation, with each chapter cleared awarding beautiful wallpapers. Experience the unique coloring engine for an intense and emotional journey.

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  • Steam Deck
  • Windows

Reviews

97%
Audience ScoreBased on 66 reviews
story10 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game features stunning hand-drawn art and animations that beautifully depict a wholesome love story, making it visually appealing and emotionally engaging.
  • It's a relaxing and cozy experience, perfect for playing with a partner, and the gameplay is simple and enjoyable, focusing on finding hidden objects.
  • Players appreciate the nostalgic and heartwarming moments throughout the game, often evoking fond memories of their own relationships.
  • The gameplay can become repetitive, with similar hidden object tasks across many levels, which may lead to boredom for some players.
  • There are technical issues reported, such as the game not launching for some users, and the English translation contains grammatical errors that can detract from the experience.
  • The pacing of the story is slow, with some players feeling that the romantic moments lack urgency and excitement, making it feel drawn out.
  • story24 mentions

    The game's story is a charming and wholesome love narrative presented through puuung's animated cutscenes, allowing players to experience key moments in a relationship while engaging in hidden object gameplay. Users appreciate the emotional and heartwarming storytelling, complemented by beautiful hand-drawn art, although some critique the simplicity and idealism of the plot. Overall, it offers a cozy and relaxing experience for those who enjoy sweet romantic tales.

    • “Even if you don't know who puuung is and just want a cozy point and click with a wholesome pure love story, you really should play this.”
    • “A hidden object game and love story, which revolves around milestones - first meeting, first date, first kiss etc - in a developing and sweet relationship.”
    • “I really loved the blend of a hidden object game that tells the beginnings of a love story and all those little moments that fall in between.”
    • “To be more specific, there’s barely any story.”
    • “There is an option to skip the story between the chapters, but no way of speeding it up.”
    • “It doesn't have an intense gameplay, you just click on things to learn about the couple's story, but it's a gem if you're into sweet romantic stories and art.”
  • graphics20 mentions

    The game's graphics prioritize aesthetics and narrative, featuring a charming 2D art style that evokes warmth and coziness. While the technology is basic, the stunning visuals and animations create a touching experience, complemented by relaxing music. Overall, the artwork is celebrated for its beauty and emotional resonance, making it a delightful choice for players seeking a visually appealing and soothing game.

    • “The art and animation are stunning, the purity of the love depicted, the happiness and coziness emanating from the art style and the undoubtedly natural and realistic (despite somewhat idealistic) way the two main characters fall in love absolutely make this game worth the 10 bucks it is when not on sale.”
    • “It's aesthetically beautiful.”
    • “Graphics were delightful and cheerful and often accompanied by quotes about love.”
    • “The game is definitely targeting aesthetics and narrative over everything else; the technology used is obviously basic. I'm not sure what engine this is, but the graphics are 2D; it's just video files being played and a 2D backdrop.”
    • “One slightly jarring thing for me was that the graphical portrayal of the woman occasionally changed so much that it looked as if the man was cheating with another woman, but this didn't affect my overall enjoyment of the game or my recommendation of it.”
    • “The artwork is already well-known for its warm and comforting vibes, so I had some expectations for the game adaptation, and it didn't disappoint.”
  • emotional18 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its heartwarming and wholesome storytelling, complemented by charming hand-drawn visuals and a gentle ambiance. Players find the experience touching and relaxing, resonating deeply with themes of love and the small moments that define it. Overall, the game is praised for its ability to evoke genuine emotions and provide a cozy, enjoyable experience.

    • “This is a very touching experience, with a distinctive graphical style.”
    • “The game's biggest strength lies in how well it preserves the emotional depth of the original illustrations.”
    • “[i]love is…[/i] is a hidden object game told through emotional art about the little moments that make up what love is.”
  • music16 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and soothing qualities, enhancing the overall relaxing atmosphere with its guitar-based and ethereal soundtracks. While many players appreciate the beautiful and comforting music, some note its repetitiveness across levels, suggesting a desire for more variety. Overall, the soundtrack significantly contributes to the game's charm, making it a delightful experience for players.

    • “The music is a nice touch, very comforting and fits the atmosphere in each animation.”
    • “The music is guitar-based and was calm and at times ethereal.”
    • “I fell in love with the game and the music.”
    • “The music is also repetitive; all the levels are the same, and the creator didn’t even bother to make different levels.”
    • “I have a suggestion for the little music player in the menu: to make it possible that when a music ends, it automatically plays the next one, in order to be away from your keyboard and still enjoy the music without having to change them manually.”
    • “I have a suggestion for the little music player in the menu: to make it possible that when a music ends, it automatically plays the next one, in order to be away from your keyboard and still enjoy the music without having to change them manually.”
  • gameplay6 mentions

    The gameplay is straightforward and accessible, focusing on finding three types of objects within beautifully illustrated scenes, which enhances the overall experience. It combines simple hidden object mechanics with a charming narrative, making it enjoyable for players of all skill levels, particularly those who appreciate romantic stories and art.

    • “Simple 'find the object/number/heart' style gameplay with splendid artworks and a cute story.”
    • “Simply viewing the artwork itself is already a healing experience, and the addition of the hidden object gameplay makes for a surprisingly good combination.”
    • “The mechanics are simple; there are three variants of objects you need to find within the drawing, and as you find them, the area around it becomes colored.”
    • “The gameplay is appropriate for all skill levels and is quite simple.”
    • “It doesn't have intense gameplay; you just click on things to learn about the couple's story, but it's a gem if you're into sweet romantic stories and art.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its comforting music and emotional depth, with players noting that it enhances the overall experience and can evoke strong feelings, as evidenced by one player finishing the first episode in tears.

    • “The music is a nice touch, very comforting and fits the atmosphere in each animation.”
    • “Just completed the first episode, but wow, the atmosphere is incredible; I finished it in tears.”
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